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HV56 OVX

2006 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

65,824 mi
Last recorded65,824 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV56 OVX
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 65,824 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2025 65,824 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 61,287 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Sep 2024 61,287 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 55,035 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 50,198 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear tyre over ten years old

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 46,188 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 44,362 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Oct 2019 44,095 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2019 44,095 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2018 43,706 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear tyre perished

exhaust system corroded

Pass 6 Oct 2017 43,378 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

exhaust system corroded

Pass 6 Oct 2016 42,463 miles

exhaust system heavily corroded

Fail 6 Oct 2016 42,463 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front tyre heavily worn on inner and outer edges

exhaust system heavily corroded

Pass 7 Oct 2015 39,634 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on inner and outer edge

Rear tyres perished thru tread area

Pass 10 Oct 2014 37,336 miles

Rear Tyres Perishing

Pass 10 Oct 2013 34,501 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 31,269 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 27,522 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 24,155 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2010 24,155 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 4 Nov 2009 20,278 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 20,278 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan Micra?

Based on 10,566,512 MOT tests across 827,110 vehicles.

71.4%
Pass Rate
4,021
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
827,110
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 413,594
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 319,427
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 245,244
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 239,165
constant velocity joint gaiter split 210,652
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HV56 OVX is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2006 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 55,273 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Nissan Micra fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 413,594 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HV56 OVX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Micra typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 20 years old, this Nissan Micra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HV56 OVX registered?

HV56 OVX is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 8 December 2006.

Is HV56 OVX safe to buy?

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